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Question #18704
68 days ago
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gastric chest pain area - #18704

Tanmay

I am dealing with this really strange gastric chest pain area that has been bothering me for a few weeks now. It all started after I had a pretty heavy meal—like way too much pizza and wings—then out of nowhere, I felt this intense pressure in my chest. I thought maybe it was just indigestion or something but it didn’t go away. The gastric chest pain area feels like it’s right in the center, but then sometimes it radiates towards my back or my left arm, which freaks me out a bit. I’m a 32-year-old woman, pretty healthy overall, but I've been dealing with some acid reflux for a while, and now i'm wondering if this is something serious. I've tried antacids, and they helped a lil but not completely. I even went to the ER because of how bad the gastric chest pain area was one night, but they said everything looked fine, just some minor inflammation. Now I'm just confused. Is it common to have gastric chest pain area symptoms like this? What should I be doing? Should I get a second opinion? I guess I'm just nervous it could be more than just digestion issues, ugh.

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Your symptoms—particularly the pressure in the chest and pain radiating to the back and arm—while often related to gastroesophageal issues, can sometimes mirror those of cardiac problems, which understandably raises concern. It’s possible that your symptoms are due to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) which is known to cause heartburn and chest pain, particularly after consuming large or fatty meals. The antacids providing some relief supports this, as they can neutralize stomach acid, reducing irritation in the esophagus. However, given the persistence and nature of your symptoms, especially considering the radiating pain, it would be prudent to thoroughly rule out cardiac causes. Although the ER visit didn’t find anything significant, a second opinion focusing on both cardiac evaluation and a gastroenterological assessment may be beneficial. Routine investigations could include an ECG, stress testing, or even an echocardiogram to definitively exclude cardiac issues. On the gastro side, an endoscopy might be helpful to check for esophageal inflammation or other anomalies. Until then, practical steps you can take include monitoring your diet—avoiding spicy, fatty foods, chocolate, caffeine, citrus, and alcohol, which might trigger or exacerbate your symptoms—and eating smaller, more frequent meals. Elevating the head of your bed can reduce nighttime symptoms. If the chest pain becomes severe, new, or is accompanied by symptoms like breathing difficulty or sudden dizziness, you should seek medical attention immediately. This ensures that no serious conditions are overlooked. Definitely continue communication with your healthcare provider to work on a management plan that addresses the underlying causes and symptoms you’re experiencing.

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